France Unveils Ambitious Climate Adaptation Plan

The new strategy addresses a potential 4°C temperature rise by 2100, but faces criticism over funding and implementation details.

The third National Climate Adaptation Plan (PNACC-3) was presented by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, outlining 51 measures to prepare for climate impacts.
The plan includes mandatory vulnerability studies for key sectors like energy and transport, starting in 2025, to develop adaptation strategies.
Critics argue the plan lacks sufficient financial backing, with the 'Barnier Fund' set to increase to €300 million by 2025, deemed inadequate by some experts.
A public consultation on the plan will run until December 2024, allowing citizens to provide input via an online platform.
Key measures focus on enhancing insurance coverage, improving thermal comfort in housing, and adapting work conditions to extreme heat.